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Catalina 25
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Profile and
Accommodation
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SPEOFICA noNS
RETRACTABLE KEELMODEL
L.OA
L.w.L.
BEAM
DRAFTBoard up
Board Down
BALLAST.
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DISPLACEMENT
SAILAREASTD. RIG.
SAILAREATALLRIG.
25'-0"
22'-2"
8'-0"
2'-8"
5'-0"
1500lb..
4150lb..
270 sq. ft.
295 sq. f~
FIXED KEEL MODEL
L.OA
25'-0"
L.W.L.
22'-2"
BEAM
8'-0"
DRAFT
4'-0"
BALLAST
1900 lb..
DISPLACEMENT
4550 lb..
SAILAREASTD. RIG.
270 sq. ft.
SAILAREATALLRIG. . 295 sq. ft.
19.9
I.O.R. rating (es..) STD. RIG.
aUmeasurements are appro.Una".
Pa.ent
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3805724,
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TRAILERABLE
KEEL PROFILE
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FOREWORD
"Fis manual is intended to serve as
a guide to the features and operation
of the Catalina 25.
Before attempting maintenance or
operation of your Catalina 25. please
read the Catalina Yachts Limited
Warranty Booklet. Be sure your
dealer has completed the registration card contained within the booklet.
The initial launching and rigging
of the Catalina 25 should be handled
by experienced boat yard personnel
under the direction of your authorized dealer. After the boat is
launched. the dealer will complete
the last phase of rigging and mast
tuning as described in this manual.
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This manual should be used in
conjuction with the CATALINAGENERAL HANDBOOKwhich discusses
care and maintenance. and. also
includes practical sailing and safety
tips.
The last pages of this text contain
a "Pre-Use Check List" and a "PreDeparture Check List". It will be
useful to incorporate these checks
into your sailing routine. A regular
inspection is the best preventive
maintenance. and willhelp keep your
boat in good condition while in use
and insure peace of mind when the
boat is left unattended.
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CONTENTS
SPARS AND RIGGING
Stepping The Mast
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Rigging For Hoist Launching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Tuning The Mast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : . . . . .5
Fine Tuning While Sailing. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 & 6
Rigging Specification Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Spar And Rigging Maintenance..
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SAILS
Catalina 25 Standard and Tall Rig Sail
Areas and Rig Dimensions
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Battery Selector Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
110 Volt Shore Power System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Lighting Wiring Schematic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Lamp And Circuit Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . ... . ... . . ..11
Battery Selector Switch And 12 Volt Panel
Wiring Schematic. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 12
AUXULIARY POWER SYSTEM
Recommended Outboard Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Outboard Bracket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Fuel
Storage.
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TRAILERING . . . .. .. . .. .. .. . .. .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . .. . . 13 & 14
GENERAL OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Pop Top Operation
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Anchors And Anchoring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 & 15
Anti-Fouling Bottom Paint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Electrolysis
Protection.
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Keel Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 & 16
U.S. Coast Guard Equipment Recommendations.
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PLUMBING
Fresh Water System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Ice Box Drain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Marine Head
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Holding Tank
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Seacocks
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Manual Bilge Pump. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
PARTS AND ACCESSORY ORDERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CLOSING WORDS..
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CHECK LISTS
Before Leaving the Dock or Mooring. ...
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Before Leaving The Boat After Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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STEPPING THE MAST
CAUTION
The aluminum mast and other metal
parts conduct electricity coming in
contact with or near an electrical
power line or lightning can cause
severe injury or death. Stay away from
overhead electrical power Iines when
sailing and/or launching the boat.
When trailering your boat always
try to undo as little rigging as Possible.
It is necessary only to undo the two
forward lower shrouds and the forestay before lowering the mast.
1. Before raising mast, make sure
halyards are neatly tied down and
that they are on proper sides of
the spreaders. You should never
attempt to raise the mast unless
the upper shrouds (those that pass
over the spreaders) and the aft
lower shrouds are attached to
the deck fittings and the turnbuckles well "started" into their
barrels. The turnbuckles must not
be completely tightened however,
because slack is needed in the
shrouds to enable the mast to
be fully raised. The backstay
sholJld be attached to the transom chainplate. The upper shrouds,
after lower shrouds, and backstay
will keep the mast from falling
over when it is raised, therefore,
all of these must be attached to
the chainplates before the mast
is raised.
2. Make sure that the shrouds and
stays are not fouled. Backstay
should lie clear of the transom.
You may step the mast on land or
while the boat is in the water. It
seems to be easier on land because the boat is still. Also, it
keeps other sailors from getting
impatient while they wait for yout
to move out of the launch area.
3. Walk the mast aft and drop the
mast foot into the tabernacle
located on fop of the deck, keeping the mast in center line of~boat
insert the pivot bolt and locking
nut.
4. One crew member should pull on
a line tied securely to the forestay
while another pushes up on the
mast and walks from the cockpit
forward. With the mast erect,
attach the forestay and forward
lower shrouds.
RIGGING FOR
HOIST LAUNCHING'
The fixed-keel model Catalina 25
should be launched with the aid of a
hoist and slings. The local dealer and
boaJ yard using hoists can advise
you about this and will handle the
operation for you. Retractable-keel
models are also often launched using
a hoist and slings.
Either model boat can be hoist
launched with the mast stepped and
in place in the vertical position by
releasing the backstay at the turnbuckle where it attaches to the
transom. However, the remainder of
the mast's shrouds and forward stay
must be properly connected to their
chainplates. Most importantly, check
that the aft lower shrouds are secure
since they will keep the mast from
falling forward when the backstay IS
disconnected from the transom. Be
sure to re-connect the backstay
before raising sails or getting underway.
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upper shroud turnbuckles until
the tension on the lower shrouds
is brought into balance.
TUNING THE MAST
The mast is held aloft by the Standing Rigging (forestay, backstay, upper shrouds, double lower shrouds).
The term "tuning" refers to adjustment of the standing rigging so that
the mast remains "in column" (not
bent) when under load. This is accomplished by following the procedure outlined below:
FINE TUNING
WHILE SAILING
The object of Fine Tuning is to
have the mast "in column" (not bent
fore or aft or athwartships) when sailing in conditions typical for your area.
This is accomplished through adjustments to the lower shroud turnbuckles. Here are some points to
look for:
At the dock:
1.
Adjust forestay and backstay so
that the mast is straight up and
down (perpendicular). Tie a bolt
to a 6 to 7 foot long piece of light
line to make a quick plumb bob,
and tape the free end of the line
to the front of the mast as high
up as you can reach. Thisdevice
will help you determine whether
the mast is perpendicular or not.
2.
Adjust upper shrouds so that the
mast is straight up and down
athwarthships, that is from side
to side as opposed to from bow
to stern.
3.
The upper shrouds should be
firm but not tight. A 50 pound
push should deflect the upper
shroud about 1W' at shoulder
height.
4.
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When ~ailing on port tack, sight
up the mast from the base. If the
middle (where the spreaders are)
is sagging to leeward, take up
equally on both port lower shrouds
until the mast is "in column."
Repeat this procedure on ~tar-
boardtack.
The lower shrouds (4 of them)
should be adjusted so that they
are looser than the upper shrouds.
While at the dock they should
have no slack but also have no
tension on them. No lower shroud
when pushed should defelect the
mast more than any other shroud
when pushed equally hard. If this
can't be achieved, the upper
shrouds are too tight. Back off
one-half turn at a time on the
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If, when sighting up the mast while
on port tack, the middle is bent
, forward (but not to leeward) take
up a turn on the port aft lower
shroud and let out a turn on the
port forward lower shroud turnbuckle. Reverse these adjustments if the middle of the mast
is aft of the "in column position."
3.
If a perfectly straight mast is not
obtained, the mast head (top) may
be curved aft and to leeward. The
mast head should never be
"hooked" forward to weather.
All rigging wire used on yachts has
a tendency to stretch, especially on a
new yacht. or after you have sailed in
heavier wind than you normally experience. Therefore, you should periodically check the tension on the
shrouds and stays, tightening them
up if it is required.
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Our masts are built to withstand
any normal usage but improper tuning
or handling can cause problems.
Therefore, it is impossible to guarantee the mast under our current
warranty program. Rigging, as well
as tuning becomes all important when
setting up the mast. A knowledgeable
person should oversee the rigging
and tuning so as to eliminate the
possibility of an eccentric loading
which might occur with an improperly
tensioned shroud. §pecial attention
should be given to the initial stretch
of the shrouds and a further gradual
stretch of the wire over the first few
hard outings.
When making the !uning adjustments while underway, it is advisable
to keep the upper andJower nuts on
each turnbuckle snug to keep from
havlhg the turnbuckle loosen. Upon
completion of the tuning, tighten the
nuts securely.
ALWAYS, before leaving the dock
for a day's sail, check all your turnbuckle nuts for tightness. Also, visually inspect the fittings aloft. MOST
MAST FAILURES
HAVE BEEN
TRACED BACK TO LOOSENED
TURNBUCKLES AND IMPROPER
TUNING.
Mainsheet and
Traveler Control
Arrangement
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Rigging Specification Schedule
C-25
NOTE - MAST EXTRUSION = 28'-0" LONG
standard
BOOM EXTRUSION
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S.S. Wire Size
Description
10'-4" LONG
L = Length No.Reqd
Main Halyard
1/8" 7x19
27'
- 8"
1
Jib Halyard
1/8" 7x19
29' -2"
1
- 10"
Forestay
3/16" 1x19
29'
Single Backstay
3/16" 1x19
32' -3"
1
Split Backstay
3/16" 1x19
26' -4"
1
Backstay Bridle
3/16" 1x19
Forward Lowers
5/32" 1/19
14' - 5"
2
Aft Lowers
5/32" 1x19
14' - 7V4"
2
Upper Shrouds
3/16" 1x19
28' - 50/4"
2
1
5' - 8112"
L = Eye to eye for halyards
L = Eye to end of threads for shrouds and stays
NOTE - MAST EXTRUSION
BOOM EXTRUSION
tall rig
Description
S.S. Wire Size
= 30'-0"
= 10'-4"
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Main Halyrd
1/8" 7x19
27' - 8"
1
Jib Halyard
1/8" 7x19
29' -2"
1
Forestay
3/16" 1x19
31'
- 10"
1
Single Backstay
3/16" 1x19
33' -11V4"
1
SplitBackstay
3/16" 1x19
28' -2"
1
Backstay Bridle
Forward Lowers
3/16" 1x19
5/32" 1x19
15' - 5"
2
Aft Lowers
5/32" 1x19
15' - 6%"
2
Upper Shrouds
3/16" 1x19
30'
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5' - 8112"
6112"
2
All dimensions are approximate and subject to change.
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SPAR AND RIGGING
MAINTENANCE
Mill finish aluminum on the standard spar surfaces are protected
against corrosion by a thin naturally
formed film of aluminum oxide. Dust,
dirt, smoke, salt and traffic fumes will
adhere to this film, making the surface dull and unsightly. Coating the
new surfaces with a good paste wax
like Vista or Simonize, will help protect
the aluminum oxide from foreign
matter. If the surface has become
tarnished, a good high grade cleaner,
wax, or polish will help restore the
original sheen. Heavier pitting can
be removed by wetsanding with #600
paper prior to polishing and waxing.
Anodized spars need only to be
washed with soap and fresh water
and waxed each season to maintain
the original finish for many years.
Fill finish aluminum spars may also
be painted. Epoxy and polyurthane
paint systems have been specially
formulated for use on aluminum
spars. The coating manufacturers' instructions should be followed.
Salt water will gradually stiffen
dacron line. Hosing with fresh water
or soaking in warm soapy water will
make the line soft and flexible again.
Be sure to rinse line thoroughly. Keep
line coiled and stowed in a dry spot
below.
Clean rigging means clean sails. A
quick trip aloft with damp rags takes
care of this problem. While aloft,
check the entire rig for loose screws,
nuts, bolts, cotter pins and chafe
which may have resulted from hard
sailing. Periodic inspection of the rig
is one of your best insurances against
rigging and spar failure. Keeping
halyards tied away from the mast
stops the annoying dockside clanking
and save the mast finish.
Test the mast light before the mast
is raised, this is especially important
after the boat has been trailered.
Spreader tips, turnbuckle barrels and
clevis pins should be taped or covered with plastic caps to reduce chafing
on the sails. Tape any part of the
rigging which is sharp or jagged
which may tear the sails when sailing
and coming about.
BACKSTAYTENSION ADJUSTER SYSTEM
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Sail Plan
Dimensions
standard
tall rig
Area Area
Sq. Ft. Sq. M Luff Leach Foot
Sail
MainSail
115.10 10.7
24'-8" 26'-4"
150%
236.25 22.0
30'-0' 28-6" 16'-6'
110%
Spinnaker
9'
4'
156.89
14.6
520.56
Girth
48.5 29 -3Y2 Max
18' -103,-4'
27'-2" 24'-3" 12'-5"
Std.
270 SQ. FT
Tall
10.5
10.5
P 24.66
27.66
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SAIL AREA 100%
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Area Area
Sq. Ft. Sq. M Luff Leach Foot
127.55
11.9
27'-4"
29' -()"
244.13
22.8
31'.0"
29'-9'
159.78
14.9
27'-8" 24'-10" 12'-10"
556.48
51.8
31'-1"
9'-4"
16'-10"
Max. Girth
18' - 104'
SAIL AR:A 100%
FORE~-295
SQ. FT.
All Sails are
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BATTERIES
The 12 volt electrical system is
powered by a12 volt DC, 70 amp
hour ~etcell marine grade battery.
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the starboard seat-berth aft cof the
water tank; the battery is 1J0usedin a
plastic container and is secured with
a tie down to prevent movement at
extreme
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SwiJ<::hing from one battery to another should only be done with the
engine stopped. If both batteries are
'of ~qual charge, keep the selector
switch on ALL position, and use ALL
to start the engine if both batteries
are low.
110VOLT SHORE
POWER SYSTEM
The optional second battery is
located on the port side under the
settee or dinette seat, the second
battery is also housed in a plastic
container and sec:ured to prevent
movement.
The optional 110 volt AC system is
connected to shore power by a
grounded, twist-lock-connector mounted on the outside of the port cockpit
coaming. Always connect the power
cord to the boat and then to the
shore power source. When removing
the cord unplug at the shore connection first.
A twenty-five Amp circuit break'er is located on the aft bulkhead of
the galley. Duplex outlets for the 110
volt system are located on both sides
of the main cabin. Be certiain that all
110 V. appliances, other than lamps,
have an adequate grounding connector. Wet feet or moist atmoshere
increase the potential shock hazard.
Always use a marine type three (3)
prong connectorw/locking ground for
all shore power connections.
When the optional second battery
is installed a battery selector switch
is provided.
Battery box covers should be kept
on at all times to prevent accidental
arcing at the terminals.
BATTERY SELECTOR
SWITCH
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to- change from one bat\ery to the
other with the engine running or the
alternator diodes will be burned out.
The circular sparkproof switch has
the marking 1,2, and "ALL" as well as
"OFF".
If your outboard motor is equipped
with an alternator and electric starter
NEVER pass through the OFF position
NOTE: When wiring shore power connector cable use 10 gauge, stranded (3)
conductor wire or equJvalent. Use, 30
amp, 125 volt
connectors
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WIDE PRONG,
BLACK WIRE
to
match receptacle on boat as shown.
'L'SHAPED
PRONG,GREEN WIRE
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SHORE POWER CONNECTOR
NARROW PRONG,
WHITE WIRE
OUTSIDE (FRONT) VIEW
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Lighting Wiring Schematic
NOTES:
1.All wiresshown
Black Ground .10 Gauge
Red, Running Lights
Blue, Cabin Lights
White, Bow Light
Orange, Anchor Light
Green, Ground .10 Gauge
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grounds, which are 1a Ga.
2. Green ground for mast
fixtures only
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Lamp And Circuit Schedule
Description
Cabin Light
No.
Lamp
Color Code Req'dic Type
Output Amps Circuit
Each Each Amps
GE - 1141 21 CP
Blue
CL
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Red
RL
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GE - 90
6Cp
1.44
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White
BL
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GE - 90
6CP
0.58
0.58
Anchor Light
Orange
AL
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GE - 90
6CP
0.58
0.58
Spreader Light
Yellow
SL
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GE - 4411
35W.
2.90
5.81
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Battery Selector Switch
And 12 Volt Panel Wiring
Schematic
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Function
Color
GA Code
Running Lights
Red
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RL
Cabin Lights
Blue
14
CL
Bow Light
White
14
BL
Orange 14
AL
Anchor Light
SL
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Yellow 114
MASTER
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Black
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NOTES - 1. Mast lights are
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2. All wiring to be 14
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RECOMMENDED
OUTBOARD ENGINE
when fuel is stored in the port cockpit
locker on the molded storage platform.
An outboard engine of 7.5 to 10
horsepower should be adequate to
propel the Catalina 25 at hull speed
under usual conditions.
Gasoline fumes are heavier than
air and will accumulate in the bottom
of the compartment, if not properly
vented. This creates a fire and explosion hazzard. Be sure there is a
properly installed ventilation system
that complies with Coast Guard and
State regulations before storing gasoline in any enclosed compartment.
A larger engine will not increase
hull speed and may add additional
unnecessary weight in the stern.
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Long shaft engines are preferable,
however, standard length shaft engines should be adequate for most
conditions.
Portable fuel tanks should be secured
in place before getting under way.
OUTBOARD BRACKET
TRAILERING
The factory installed outboard
bracket is spring loaded to assist
lifting and lowering the engine. It
locks in both the up and down
position. To release the lock in either
position a downward pressure is
applied to the red handle while lifting
or lowering the engine. The motor
should not be lifted clear ofthe water
while it is running.
When under sail, the motor should
be kept in the raised position and
tilted forward so that the propeller is
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clear of the water to eleminate un-
necessary drag.
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The motor bracket manufacturer's
recommended maximum horsepower
should not be exceeded.
FUEL STORAGE
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the remarks in the GENERAL HANDBO<;>K.the following suggestions will
prove helpful.
1. Be sure to read the Trailer Manufacturers Instructions and Warranty
carefully, and do not exceed the
Manufacturers gross vehicle weight
boat and gear.
2. Check tongue weight. Most trail-
for trailer
ers tow well with 7 to 10 percent of
the Gross Trailer and load weight on
the tongue. If the trailer tends to "fish
tail" add tongue weight by moving
weight forward or the trailer axles
aft.
3. Test the brakes by operating the
master cylinder manually.
It is reccomended that any enclosed compartment used for fuel
storage be vented. The optional
factory installed vents meet current,
Coast Guard and State requirements
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The Catalina 25 is an easy boat to
trailer when certain precautions have
been properly heeded. In addition to
4.
Inspect the winch cable for broken
strands or fraying.
5.
Tie the mast
and boom securely
to the bow and stern pulpits, the
spars should also be supported
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the middle by the cabin top. Pad the
mast at all contact pOints to prevent
damage.
6. In the retractable-keel
model.
check that the keel has been cranked
down until it rests firmly on the
trailer's rubber support wedge or
roller. The rubber support wedge
should bear the complete weight of
the keel. Immediately before launching, raise keel to maximum up position to clear trailer.
7. Fixed-keel boats as well as retractable-keel boats should be seated
properly on the trailer; that is, not
ajar or tilted, and with the bow
properly snugged into the rubber
wedge at the front of the trailer. Fixed
keel boats should have the weight of
the boat bearing on the keel, not the
padded upright supports.
8. Follow normal trailer procedures
of connecting lights and safety chain,
and be sure your hitch is well-secured. ,
Always test lights before leaving
ramp area.
9. Do not allow anyone aft of the
transom during launching or loading,
who could be injured if the boat were
suddenly dislodged from the trailer.
to the cabin. When the pop top is in
the up position, access to the cabin
is greatly increased and of course, so
is the available headroom. To put the
pop top in the up position you must
go inside the cabin. The top is raised
by lifting upward and forward at the
same time. With the pop top in the
fully raised position, reach forward to
the pop top slide lock and lock the
top to the mast.
In light winds you can sail with the
pop top in the raised position, but in
heavier winds it is recommended that
you keep it closed and fastened
down, along with all other hatches.
ANCHORS AND
ANCHORING
Under normal weather condifions
in a protected anchorage an anchor
in the 9-13 pound range and of thE
"danforth type" may be used as
bow anchor in ordinary conditiom
This anchor will only be effective wit
at least 12 feet of 1/4 inch or heavie
guage chain and at least 200 feet (
more of 7/16" or heavier nylon lin,
An 8 pound stern anchor will requil
about 150 feet of scope and 10 fe
of chain.
Under adverse weather conditio
as much as a 20 pound bow anct
could prove necessary, and possil
a plough-type
anchor might
required.
GENERAL OPERATION
AN D MAINTENANCE
POP TOP OPERATION
If your boat is equipped with a "pop
top" hatch, the following notes will
aid in its operation.
First of all, the pop top can be used
in two different positions. When the
pop top is in the down position, the
smaller sliding hatch serves as access
Inquire in your local area ab
anchoring procedures relative to
place you plan to visit. Get
opinion of several experienced pel
and always play it on the safe sic'
"making up" your anchor aheal
time for emergency use. Do
forget to wire all shackle pins so
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Remember: Lighter anchors are
made more effective by increasing
the scope, Le. the ratio of length of
line and chain to depth of water. A
7:1 ratio is recommended. This~means
using 7 feet of anchor line for each
foot in depth of water. An anchor is a
necessity aboard any boat, it is
recommended you have a usable
anchor aboard whenever you leave
the dock.
A~TI-FOULING
BOTTOMPAINT
Anti-fouling paint should be applied
to the bottom if it is to be moored in
either fresh or salt water for any
length of time. There are many brands
available. Anti-fouling paint prevents
the growth of algae, barnacles and
other fouling organisms on underwater surfaces. If this paint has been
applied at the factory, no action is
necessary at the time of launching.
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The anti-fouling paint used at the
factory is a vinyl-base copper bearing
type available either in red or blue.
For those owners who apply antifouling paint themselves, it should
be noted that most brands require all
underwater fiberglass surfaces to be
very carefully sanded and primed
immediately prior to the first application on a new boat. In any event, the
instructions of the manufacturer of
the brand of paint used should be
followed.
ELECTROLYSIS
PROTECTION
If you decide to keep your retractable-keel model in the water, especially salt water. Bottom paint is a
must, plus periodic cleaning and
removal of marine growth from the
keel trunk slot. The possibility of
corrosion to the keel and keel fittings
is greatly increased. Keeping a
retractable-keel model in salt water
for lengthy periods "is not recommended.
Should you decide to keep a retractable-keel model in the water at a
slip or mooring for extended periods
where electrolysis is a potential problem, the following suggestions may
help to protect the keel assembly.
The keel pivotpin is made of siliconbronze, the hinge castings are of
brass, and the keel itself is made of
iron. To retard electolytic action which
will "~at" away the metals, drill and
tap the side of the keel (near the
forward edge) as close to the keel
pivot assembly as possible. Then attach a teardrop shaped "zinc." Keepingtl;le keel in the raised positionwill
help prolong the life of the cable
(7x19, 1/4" S.S.) by keeping as much
of it out of the water as possible.
KEEL MAINTENANCE
Iron keels must be sealed to prevent rusting. You may paint the keel
itself with rust retardant paint like the
commercially available "Rust-o-Ieum"
or zinc chromate paints.
The fixed keel or retractable keel
may also be painted witha twopart
epoxy paint system to prevent rusting.
Mostepoxysystems require stripping
the keel to bare metal and filling with
a chemically compatible filler compound. The paint manufacturers
instructions should be followed.
To remove the keel you will note
pivots on a rod, secured
that the keel
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by two cast fittings recessed into the
hull. Should the keel require removal
at any time, these castings may be
unbolted by removing the stainless
steel cable and the four 3/8 x 16"
bolts from the underside. Make sure
that the keel is well supported before
removing these fastenings.
When replacing the keel be sure to
use lock washers and a liquid locking
agent like "lock tight". The bolts
should be reset with a torque wrench
to 35 Ibs. ea.
u.s. COAST GUARD
EQUIPMENT
RECOMMENDATIONS
The following list, prepared by the
U.S. Coast Guard represents the
minimum equipment necessary for
the safe operation of a 25 foot outboard power sail boat similar to the
Catalina 25.
2.
3.
4.
The galley is supplied fresh water
from a 16 gallon high density plastic
tank located under the starboard
setee. The tank is filled thru the vent
cap mounted directly on the tank or
thru the optional deck fill plate,
located on the starboard side deck.
The deck fill is labeled water.
The threads of the fill plate cap
should be lightly coated with petroleum
jelly or another non toxic lubricant to
prevent corrosion between the plate
and the cap.
ICE BOX DRAIN
U.S. Coast Guard Recommended
minimum Equipment list.
1.
FRESH WATER
SYSTEM
(1) Numbering in accordance wi
state regulartions
(1) Sound producing device,
audible for 112mile (Horn, Whistle,
Bell)
(1) Type I, 1\ or 1\ life preserver
for each person aboard.
(1) Type IV Device (throwable
life ring or bOuy)
5.
(1) B-1type fire extinguisher, dry
chemical, USCG approved.
6.
Lights if night operation is intended, in accordance with USCG
regulations.
The ice box drain is tapped to the
galley sink drain. The ice box drain is
fitted with a seperate valve. This
should be kept closed when sailing to prevent salt water from backing
up into the ice box when the boat is
,heel~d. In areas where overboard
discharge is prohibited the drains can
be disconnected and led to a jug in
the bilge.
MARINE HEAD
Boats manufactured before January 31, 1977, may have an overboard discharge marine head. The
toilet is supplied with servicing in-,
structions. Operation instructions are
printed on the toilet pump housing.
Read the instructions thoroughly and
be sure that all persons who might
be using the head understand its
operation. Parts and spares may be
obtained directly from the toilet manufacturer or your servicing Catalina
dealer.
The marine head thru-hull valves
should be kept closed when not
operating the head to avoid thE
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possibility of water entering the boat
due to failure of the internal toilet
valve.
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HOLDING TANK
The optional holding tank is made
from high density polypropoline
plastic. The tank capacity is 14 U.S.
Gallons. It is located under the forward end of the settee or dinette
seat on the port side.
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The vent is located on the port
side deck near the main chain plate.
The vent line (1/2" 1.0.) must be kept
clear. If it becomes clogged it should
be flushed with fresh water, this can
be done from the deck vent using a
garden hose.
The tank is emptied by a shore
side pump thru the deck plate marked
"Waste" on the port side deck.
Waste should not be stored for
long periods of time. The tank should
be emptied and flushed regularly.
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A simple method of checking the
level of the tank is to put a flashlight,
lens down, on the top of the tank,
then look at one side of the tank and
you can see the fluid level in the
tank.
SEACOCKS
All underwater thru-hull fittings are
equipped with gate valves. Close all
gate valves when leaving the boat,
especially for an extended period of
time.
To close seacocks, turn clockwise;
to open, turn counter-clockwise.
It is good practice to operate the
gate valves at least once a month to
keep them in good working order
Check the packing glands on all gate
valves yearly to avoid water seepage.
MANUAL BILGE PUMP
The manual bilge pump is located
in the port cockpit locker. The handle
is stored in a clip fitting just above
the pump inside the locker. Insert
the handle through the water-tight
fitting in the cockpit to operate the
pump.
The pump pick-up is in the keel stub
under the main cabin sale. The pump
hoses are 1" 1.0.
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1/2" INLET VALVE
HOLDING TANK
14 U.S. GALLONS
MARINE
TOILET
Located under
dinette seat.
HOLDING
TANK PLUMBING
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DIAGRAM,
PLANVIEW
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PARTS AND
ACCESSORY ORDERS
Catalina's interest in both customer
and product continues long after you
have commissioned your Catalina 25.
Within the limits of our specifications, the company's Parts Department is ready to serve your nearest
dealer quickly and efficiently. All
replacement parts or accessories are
delivered through your dealer. He
must have detailed information from
you to be certain we send the parts
required.
CLOSING WORDS
The builder would like to take this
opportunity to wish 'you season after
season of sailing enjoyment in your
new Catalina 25.
We have prepared these texts with
that goal in mind, believing that
knowledge of the boat and awareness of safety procedures will lead to
increased sailing pleasure for you
and your family.
Take care of your boat and take
the time to learn and practice good
seamanship.
CATALINA YACHTS
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BEFORE LEAVING THE BOAT
AFTER USE:
CHECK LISTS
BEFORE LEAVING THE DOCK
1. Close all thru-hull valves.
OR MOORING:
2.
1.
2.
Visually inspect the standing rigging. Be sure that turnbuckle nuts
are tight or cotter pihS secure
and covered to prevent chafe,
halyardS are free and not tangled.
Make-up the anchor and line.
3.
4.
Leave ice box lid ajar for venti la-
These should be ready for irTP,~L <:,\\'..m'1:: mediate use, stored on deck or . 5: Check bilge water level, pump
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in the forward anchor locker.
A throwable. approved life saving
device should be on deck, avail-
6.
if necessary.
Set battery selector switch to
"off".
able to the helmsman, in accordance with Coast Guard Recom-
7.
Check mooring or docklines for
secure attachment.
mendations.
Test running lights.
Check water tank.
8.
4.
5.
Tie off halyards to shrouds to
prevent unnecessary noise and
preserve mast finish.
6.
Check fuel tank level.
9.
Secure mooring lines or dock-
7.
Secure loose objects on deck
and below.
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Any salt spray should be rinsed
from the deck and rigging with
fresh water to prevent corrosion
and preserve the finish.
Relieve pressure in stove fuel
tank if fitted.
lines, place fenders when required.